Description
This Charred Corn Delight is a flavorful and vibrant side dish that showcases the smoky sweetness of grilled corn, paired with a zesty and creamy dressing, and finished with a sprinkle of cheese and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Fresh Corn:
4 ears,
Olive Oil:
1 tablespoon,
Salt:
½ teaspoon,
Black Pepper:
¼ teaspoon,
Mayonnaise:
2 tablespoons,
Sour Cream:
1 tablespoon,
Smoked Paprika:
½ teaspoon,
Chili Powder:
½ teaspoon,
Lime:
juice of 1,
Feta or Cotija Cheese:
¼ cup crumbled,
Fresh Cilantro:
2 tablespoons chopped
Instructions
- Prep the Corn: Brush corn with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the Corn: Grill for 10–12 minutes until charred and tender.
- Prepare the Dressing: Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, smoked paprika, chili powder, and lime juice.
- Combine: Slice corn off the cob, toss with dressing, and mix in cheese and cilantro.
- Serve: Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can use frozen corn if fresh is unavailable—just sauté in a hot skillet until charred.
- Add diced jalapeños for extra heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
